What is another word for displeases?

Pronunciation: [dɪsplˈiːzɪz] (IPA)

The word "displeases" is a negative emotion that conveys annoyance or dissatisfaction towards a person, place, thing, or situation. There are several synonyms for the word "displeases" such as irks, annoys, offends, upsets, or angers. "Irks" mean to make someone feel irritated or exasperated. "Annoys" is a general term that refers to anything that causes an uncomfortable or unwanted feeling. "Offends" suggests hurt feelings caused by an insult or action. "Upsets" refers to the disruption of emotional balance or calmness. "Angers" implies an intense feeling of displeasure over an unjust or wrong situation. Using these synonyms, you can effectively communicate your dissatisfaction towards the situation at hand.

What are the hypernyms for Displeases?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Displeases

I suppose a man may form a dislike for his wife as naturally as he forms a dislike for anything else-I have reason to know that they can-and not commit a graver offence than one who happens to dislike any other trifle which displeases him.
"The Mystery of the Locks"
Edgar Watson Howe
There will be plenty of money and plenty of food in the house, and the cook who pleases me stays, and the cook who displeases me goes.
"Girls of the Forest"
L. T. Meade
The manner in which you speak of your uncle displeases me as much as does your foolish mystery.
"Quicksands"
Adolph Streckfuss

Famous quotes with Displeases

  • A great preservative against angry and mutinous thoughts, and all impatience and quarreling, is to have some great business and interest in your mind, which, like a sponge shall suck up your attention and keep you from brooding over what displeases you.
    Joseph Rickaby

Related words: displeased, displeased meaning, displeased at, feeling displeased, displeasing someone, not pleasing someone, something being displeasing

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